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Curious Canadian History

David Borys
Canada
World War II
Canadian Military
Second World War
Canadian Punk Rock
Group Of Seven
Holocaust
First World War
United States
Indigenous Peoples
Avril Lavigne
Sum 41
Simple Plan
Cigarette Smoking
Fur Trade
Alcohol
Emily Carr
Canadian Identity
Tobacco Industry
War Of 1812

Historian David Borys dives deep into the fascinating world of Canadian history in this bi-weekly podcast exploring everything from the wonderful to the weird to the downright dark.

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Moe Norman was a Canadian golf legend widely regarded as one of the greatest ball strikers in golf history. Born in Kitchener, Ontario, in 1929, Norman became famous for his remarkable accuracy, consistency, and unique single-plane swing technique. D... more

The Canadian government has a long history of regulation, exploitation, and violence against lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, and two-spirit (LGBTQ2) people. One of the most painful chapters in this history is the “LGBT Purge,” a term that refer... more

John A. Macdonald stands as one of the most influential and controversial figures in Canadian history, a political architect whose vision helped bring a nation into being. The first Prime Minister of Canada. His rise through colonial politics, his ce... more

John A. Macdonald stands as one of the most influential and controversial figures in Canadian history, a political architect whose vision helped bring a nation into being. The first Prime Minister of Canada. His rise through colonial politics, his ce... more

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Lorne Rubenstein
Acclaimed sports writer, journalist, and golf historian
Canadian Golf Hall of Fame / Author and broadcaster
Episode: S11E19 Moe Norman: A Canadian Golf Legend
Daniel Del Gobbo
Historian, Assistant Professor and Chair in Law, Gender and Sexual Justice at the University of Windsor Faculty of Law
University of Windsor
Episode: S11E18 The 'LGBT Purge' and the Limits of Forgiveness
Patrice Dutil
Professor of politics and public administration at Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto Metropolitan University
Episode: S11E16 - John A. Macdonald Part 1
Edward MacDonald
Professor Emeritus in the Department of History, University of Prince Edward Island
University of Prince Edward Island
Episode: S11E15 - Prince Edward Island Joins Canada
Alexander Fitzgerald-Black
Executive Director at the Juno Beach Centre Association; author and historian
Juno Beach Centre Association
Episode: S11E14 Battle Series: D-Day Phase One vs. the Battle of the Scheldt
Megan Hamilton
Canadian historian; PhD candidate at King's College London; researcher on WWII training and the Scheldt campaign
Imperial War Museum exhibit contributor; Second World War Research Group
Episode: S11E14 Battle Series: D-Day Phase One vs. the Battle of the Scheldt
Derrick M. Nault
Historian, assistant professor in Indigenous Studies, University of Winnipeg
University of Winnipeg
Episode: S11E13 Red River Reflection: The Myth of François Guilmette
Dr. Nneka D. Dennie
Black feminist scholar specializing in 19th and 20th century African American history
Washington and Lee University
Episode: S11E12 Rise and Rise Again - The Life and Times of Mary Ann Shadd Cary
Colin Coates
Historian, Professor of Canadian Studies, Chair of the Department of Global and Social Studies at Glendon College, York University, President of the Canadian Historical Association
York University
Episode: S11E11 The Frontier Regime of New France under Louis XIV

Host

David Borys
Historian and host focusing on Canadian history with a storytelling approach.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 556 ratings
  • Revisionist history

    To have 11 seasons and having only 2 maybe 3 episodes touching on French-Canadians when speaking about CANADIAN history is entirely ridiculous.

    Apple Podcasts
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    I_review_U630
    Canada4 months ago
  • 👏

    Pop punk was the music I grew up with. This was the first episode I listened too and it was awesome. Gonna check out dudes book too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Behindtheblow07
    Canada9 months ago
  • Well Done

    You can be sure these stories are well researched, written and told. The stories are told at a good pace in a tone we can all appreciate and understand. A big thanks for all who are involved in producing such interesting and informative stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colette1812
    Canada2 years ago
  • Advertising has gone too far

    Used to love this podcast (been with it since it was Cool instead of Curious), but the show has become so ad-heavy it’s impossible to enjoy. Two minutes at the beginning, two minutes in the middle. At a minimum. Many of us can’t fast forward all the time—driving, exercising—and this format is intolerable.

    I realize that a free podcast needs to fund itself, but there needs to be a balance. And here it’s become ridiculous.

    Too bad, used to love it. But the ad-heavy content has cost this podcast... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Viking Paul
    Canada4 years ago
  • So Interesting!

    As someone born in Canada but moved to the States when I was five, I didn’t get to learn the history of Canada in school. It is amazing and interesting to learn now and this podcast keeps you wanting to come back for more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Forever Heel
    United States4 years ago

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Guest depth and historical accuracy are frequently highlighted as strengths.
Listeners appreciate well-researched, engaging storytelling and a broad range of Canadian history topics.

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S11E19 Moe Norman: A Canadian Golf Legend
Q: What was Moe's approach to the mental aspects of the game, and how did it shape his performance?
Lorne Rubenstein explains Moe treated golf as a reaction sport, avoiding overthinking and practicing with a rare speed and simplicity; Moe's introversion and need to minimize public performance moments helped him manage nerves and maintain swift, decisive play.
S11E19 Moe Norman: A Canadian Golf Legend
Q: How did you meet Moe Norman and what kind of impression did he have on you?
David Borys recounts meeting Moe through the North Toronto driving range, where Moe worked and mentored younger players; Moe's strikingly unique demeanor and relentless focus left a lasting impression, and the relationship grew into a long, respectful conversation about Moe's psychology and golf.
S11E18 The 'LGBT Purge' and the Limits of Forgiveness
Q: What was the historical background to the LGBT purge?
The purge emerged from a persistent pattern of harassment, surveillance, and discriminatory actions against LGBT people by state actors, culminating in a four-decade campaign that targeted service members and federal employees under the pretext of national security and moral policing.
S11E17 John A. Macdonald Part 2
Q: How should historians assess Macdonald's policies towards Indigenous peoples and residential schools?
Macdonald implemented a combination of social programs for Indigenous peoples, attempts to integrate them into mainstream society, and residential schools in a framework that aimed at assimilation; while he invested in some programs, the policies caused immense suffering and are now widely criticized; his legacy includes both efforts at support and deeply harmful practices.
S11E17 John A. Macdonald Part 2
Q: My next question is about the death of Riel. How should historians assess Macdonald's handling of the trial and execution?
Macdonald viewed Riel as a traitor and an existential threat to Canadian sovereignty; the trial and execution were controversial, with later scholarship highlighting inconsistencies, but many analyses argue the verdict aligned with the government's stance to uphold the Crown's authority.

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2. Daniel Del Gobbo
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4. Edward MacDonald
5. Alexander Fitzgerald-Black
6. Megan Hamilton
7. Derrick M. Nault
8. Dr. Nneka D. Dennie

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